Demystifying the IEP Process

Wednesday, May 1, 2019

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Hosted by the International Dyslexia Association of Los Angeles's Parent Support Groups

Bridges Academy, Studio City, CA

Do you feel confused, anxious, and overwhelmed at your child's Individualized
Educational Program (IEP) meetings??  You are not alone!  It is difficult to feel 
comfortable if you do not understand the process and what your child's legal
rights are.  Whether you have just started attending IEP meetings or you're an 
old pro who could use a refresher, please join us.  This presentation is intended 
to help educate you on your legal rights and give you the tools you need to best 
advocate for getting the appropriate services and placement your child needs.

                Come with questions, leave with answers and support!  

For parents only!!  Free refreshments!! 

Please RSVP at: https://dyslexiala.org/parent-support-groups

                            

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Past Events and Legal Clinics


Know Your Educational Rights and Choices as a Parent!


SATURDAY, JULY 23, 2016 

2:00 PM - 4:00 pm


**FREE EDUCATION LAW CLINIC**

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM


Edendale Branch Public Library - 2011 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026

               In this workshop, you will learn how to effectively advocate for your
      child in the public school system and help your child achieve academic success. 
   You will also develop a basic understanding of special education law and will learn 
     specific strategies on how to effectively advocate for your child at the IEP meeting 
     and get the services that your child requires in order to receive a free and
               appropriate public education ("FAPE"). 

                                     For parents only!!!  Free refreshments!!     
                                   
                          **Please RSVP to admin@mihomurai.com by 7/21/16.  Space is limited!**


Foundations for Successful IEPs

Hosted by Whittier Area Special Education Parents (WASEP)

Saturday, April 5, 2014

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Autism Society, 8635 Greenleaf Ave, Unit B, Whittier, 90602

                Do you know what evaluations your child should receive?
               What is the importance of being able to review the district's
               assessments ahead of the meeting?  Will you be tape recording
               your IEP?  Did you know you can request a District Administrator
               to attend your meeting?  Who should be at the IEP team meeting? 
              Lay out a solid foundation for your next and any future IEPs. 

                           **For more information, please contact WASEP at 562-665-5496**


IEPs Made Easy

Saturday, February 9, 2013

1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Hosted by the TACA Orange County Chapter Meeting

TACA National Office, 2222 Martin, Suite 140, Irvine, CA 92612

                Do you feel confused, anxious, and overwhelmed at your child's Individualized
                 Educational Program meetings (IEP)?  You are not alone!  It is difficult to feel
                 comfortable if you do not understand the process and what your child's legal
               rights are.  Whether you have just started attending IEP meetings or you're an
               old pro who could use a refresher, please join us for our IEPs Made Easy legal
               seminar.   The goals of the seminar are to help educate you on your basic legal
               rights and give you the tools you need to best advocate for your child. 



Know Your Special Education Rights as a Parent!!

Saturday, December 1, 2012

10:30 am - 12:30 pm (en Espanol)

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm (in English)

Edendale Branch Public Library - 2011 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026 

                In this workshop, you will develop a basic understanding of special
                education law.  You will also learn specific strategies on how to
                effectively advocate for your child at the IEP meeting.  For parents only!!!
                                       
                                        Free refreshments and raffle prizes!
                           **Please RSVP to francesca@mihomurai.com by 11/30/12.  Space is limited!**



Education Law Clinic

Friday, June 8, 2012

4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Community Lawyers, Inc. - 1216 E. Compton Blvd., Compton, CA 90221

To make an appointment, please call Judith at the Community Lawyers, Inc. at 310-635-8181. 




FREE WEBINAR - Introduction to Special Education Law**

Thursday, February 4, 2010

12:00 pm to 1:30 pm 

[To register, click here]

                This FREE webinar will give you an overview of special education law. 
                I will discuss ways in which you can enforce the rights of students with disabilities,
                including filing a compliance complaint and a due process hearing request. 

**Sponsored by Legal Aid Association of California and the Public Interest Clearinghouse.  Approved for MCLE credit.**